The Facebook Quiz | Find Out: Which Sugarluxe Girl Are You?
Quite seriously? I’ve been dying to make and take this quiz for years. Sometimes technology just has to catch up with the vision.
Before completing my undergrad degree in Psychology, I began considering what I’d like to study next (yes, I’m one of those nerdy types who loves to learn!)
Luckily, one day, bolting across campus to gather information on both the LSAT and requirements for secondary teaching certification, I ran into one of my former professors. He told me a little bit about his research in the Ed. Psych Department.
He was overseeing a Graduate Program with a specialty in Cognition. After hearing just a brief description, I knew it was what I wanted to do next.
LEARNING and COGNITION
“Educational Psychologists who concentrate their work in these areas try to better understand the factors that influence performance and how to affect positive change.” Quoting this description from the department itself, you can probably see how this became part of the foundation upon which I would eventually build the Sugarluxe Brand.
Having spent two years prior to graduation helping to conduct research with another professor in the area of Abnormal Psychology, I was really looking to switch gears. It was my last year of undergrad that most greatly impacted my direction. I was assigned to work at a hospital about an hour and a half south of town. I reported to the psychiatric wing once a week. We were doing a study on schizophrenia. I was the only female research assistant (and barely 20 years old) on an all-male patient ward. I remember the overwhelming feeling of apprehension the first time I walked through those double doors.
ART + PSYCHOLOGY
But after acclimating to the unrelenting cat calls, it was a weirdly rewarding and life altering experience. Namely because of one patient.
I don’t even know if this man knew I was there. I sat next to him. I observed him. I tried having countless conversations with him. But he never responded to me. He wasn’t catatonic, he was just a bit delusional and suffering from severe hallucinations. The deal was…he would draw the entire time. He was quite an amazing artist and when he finished each sketch, he would talk to it as if his drawing had come to life.
Despite having a fairly profound disturbance, I found him to be fascinating and inspirational. In fact, he affected me so deeply, I realized, I wasn’t cut out for that kind of work. I was afraid I would never be able (and never want) to desensitize myself.
Instead of focusing on what was wrong with him, I wanted to figure out what was right.
What had happened to this man? Who were the people he portrayed in his art? What motivated him to draw? Was he always compelled to create? How did it help him to cope with life? Could we use his talents to facilitate treatment?
CRAZY IDEAS
Back then, I would have never dreamed that I would get to live my life doing what I do.
In all honesty, I think I was a little scared that people might think I was delusional for thinking I could be an artist. Or that I could build a company with very little money, based on artwork that had never been seen by anyone, with no connections in the art world, no formal art training and with the intent to spread a message of hope and optimism, especially at a time when that was so clearly against the status quo.
Maybe THAT’S crazy?!
Just as I imagine it must have somehow helped my patient, creating art has helped me to cope with pain, confusion, and frustration. The fact that I’ve chosen not to depict those feelings as part of the artwork itself, and merely as part of the therapeutic process it provides, doesn’t make it any less profound. There’s far more there for those who look below the surface.
MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE
That’s why I’ve anxiously awaited the opportunity to implement a Sugarluxe Girl profile quiz. Even though there are probably thousands of quizzes on Facebook now, this one actually does have years of thought, understanding and analysis behind it. Its influence is a product of my work itself. The personalities that are infused into the art are drawn from the very people who continue to inspire each and every piece I make.
Part of my mission has always been to comprehend the complexity of the positive characteristics that make up our personalities and how those attributes contribute to our sense of self. The way that I’ve tried to do that is by simplifying those wonderful traits into something visually iconic.
FUN on FACEBOOK
Does that sound too lofty and idealistic for a simple Facebook Application? I hope not. It takes less than 5 minutes and it’s also FUN!
I have a blast meeting up with friends/fans on Facebook. I love seeing what you’re up to, learning about your families, looking at photos and watching the massive amounts of support that people provide one another there.
Plus, I’d bet people agree – I’m actually a lot more light-hearted than I probably sound here. This blog is like my diary and facebook is more reflective of my daily life. I guess it just depends on where I am at any given moment.
But that’s really my whole point. Like the pictures that I paint, we have so many layers, don’t we?
I hope you like the first Sugarluxe Girl quiz. More importantly, I hope you will share it with friends because the profiles, although definitely fun, are also meant to reinforce how wonderful you are – to me – and to all those who know you.
The results I’ve seen, seem to be pretty spot on. What do you think? Which Sugarluxe Girl Are YOU?
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Our True Potential?
I greatly appreciate your help in this mission: To understand our most positive personality traits, how they affect our outlook on life and by acknowledging and owning those characteristics, we can identify, and hopefully, bring out the best in others, too.
This is one way, TOGETHER, we help people discover that confidence and kindness are essential building blocks of a better life.
7 Steps on How You Can Help:
1. If you haven’t already done so, START by joining us on the Sugarluxe Facebook Page.
2. Paste this link to your profile - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Sugarluxe/85019116599
3. Next, be sure to take the Facebook Quiz - Which Sugarluxe Girl Are You?
4. Post or even re-publish your results to your profile and invite your friends to participate too.
5. Leave a comment here on this Sugarluxe Blog post and share the results of your quiz.
6. Write your Facebook App Review on the Sugarluxe Quiz Application Page.
7. Discuss ideas with other creative, compassionate, kind, charismatic Sugarluxe Friends!
My quiz results said I am a Total Diva. I thought that was interesting being as though I am not but always wanted to be
Twitter: sugarluxe
says:
Don’t underestimate your amazing DIVANESS Yanina!
I’m sure you answered the questions the way you did because it’s totally part of who you are…strong, determined and influential.
Chandra: Randi Martin introduced me to the world of Sugarluxe about 3-years ago. Your ability to capture the essence of women from all walks of life is unmatched. I really love that your cases are not just for business use and they make carrying cards fun!
I’m sure that you get alot of requests, but the only one I’d like you to consider is the image of a woman for us “healthier” ladies. Maybe a sleeveless, mini swing dress, which is what we wear to hide the “not so tight” areas.
Your pieces are awesome and I look forward to purchasing more soon.
I was so busy gushing, that I didn’t post my quiz results! Argghhhhhh! lol
Total Diva: totally true. It’s a state of mind first, and the Diva lifestyle is running right beside it!
Twitter: sugarluxe
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I couldn’t have said it better myself Mattie. State of mind first and then manifesting beliefs into reality! I love it.
And to your point about some “healthier” ladies…that shows what a great healthy attitude you have about life. I wish more women could embrace a self image like that – I work on it every day, but it’s hard!
I will definitely give more thought to your suggestion. Since stylistically my work creates features that are purposely out of proportion, I wonder how I would do that without it seeming like I’m making a caricature? I would always want it to be respectful.
But above all…I love curves in art (and on women!). Everything I paint or draw starts with curvy lines. So, maybe as I work on my next collection, I will take the challenge and see what develops.
Thank you for sharing my friend!!
Chandra’s last blog post..The Facebook Quiz | Find Out: Which Sugarluxe Girl Are You?
well..you already know that Im totally a “Dollface” girl..but facebook confirmed it!!! i think thats why i was so drawn to her as my first piece of artwork and i love looking at her everyday on my fridge!i cant imagine her anywhere else
also..i love learning too (i think you know that though) and i think that it doesnt matter if you are learning in a grad program or in a formalized education because i like to think that everyone is a student and we learn something every day by what we do/interactions with others. and to those who can appreciate it, even more so =]
cheers to another thought-provoking bloggys!!!!
x0×000000000!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
hannah’s last blog post..after some analysis
Twitter: sugarluxe
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Hannah – not that age EVER matters to me, but I’m always impressed that you seem wiser than your years.
I’ve realized the older I get, the more I want/need to learn. Given that you already know this and focus on it in your life…puts you WAYYYYYY ahead of people your same age. I am always so proud of you.
If someone would pay me to go to always go to school, I totally would do that!!
Chandra’s last blog post..The Facebook Quiz | Find Out: Which Sugarluxe Girl Are You?
Twitter: chicgalleria
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I did this! I think I was actually one of the first people on FB to add the app. It’s on my profile page and I’m a Total Diva. Imagine that!!!
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Twitter: sugarluxe
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You are always FIRST in my book (and on facebook!)
Thank you Ms.Chic Diva! I hope business is well…always love checking out your blog (and suggest everyone go subscribe because it’s AWESOME!!)
Hey Chandra!!!!
Babe, this was a great idea! Of course, I received Total Diva, but of course, why wouldn’t I!!!! LOL!!! I think your wonderful and Sugarluxe is awesome!
✿✿ ═══♥Shoot for the moon, but if you miss catch a star♥═══ ✿✿
Twitter: sugarluxe
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Could you imagine if we lived in the same town Keha?! What a TEAM!!
Somewhere inside me I have a little baby diva dying to get out…I think you’re just the girl to bring it out in me!!
Chandra, a baby Diva, girl there is a full grown DIVA in you waiting to get out! Anyone who can create Sugarluxe, is a Big-girl DIVA in my book! I’m finally decided to follow my dreams and start my business!!!!! Wish me luck!!!!
✿✿ ═══♥Shoot for the moon, but if you miss catch a star♥═══ ✿✿
MWAH!!!!!
I did this a few days ago, I loved it!! It turns out I’m a Dollface, that was a surprise at first, I thought I’d be like a RockStar, but once I read what makes one a Dollface, it made sense. That’s exactly who I am deep down inside, I think only the people really close to me know this. This was fun! Oh, and I CAN’T WAIT for the Fall!
I’m such a Nautigirl! ;^)
Twitter: sugarluxe
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Stean…you know this killed me. I can’t even remember how MANY comments you received on Facebook after taking this quiz – floods of people. You are such a source of laughter and happiness for all those who know you.
And yes…you are a very nautigirl
Chandra Michaels’s last blog post..The Facebook Quiz | Find Out: Which Sugarluxe Girl Are You?
Hi doll
I HAVE TO send my friend/sorority sis Hannah LOTS of love b/c she introduced me to your website and the quiz—-both are SO fun! Like Stean above, I’m a *Very Nautigirl*, hehehe, and “her” description couldn’t be more accurate
Since I’m “spreadin’ the love”, haha, I have to give some to you, Chandra, b/c, well, you ROCK!!! I look forward to comin’ back to your site….LOTS, haha 
I hope you’re havin’ a great day!!
xoxo
Wellll helllo, KappaJules…ya know, we could get together and play Nautigirl dress up… ;^)
Ok…sorry…*BAD STEAN!*
Just wanted to give a shout out from the Sugarluxe Princess Diva of Atlanta!
Twitter: sugarluxe
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My sexy diva girl. Missing you. Hope that means things are busy and going well. What’s goin on? coming to your FB page to get d’scoop.
Chandra Michaels’s last blog post..The Facebook Quiz | Find Out: Which Sugarluxe Girl Are You?
I’m a Dollface
Thought I be a Nautigirl 
This is great one, the problem is I don’t have a place on this contest
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Ha, I was a nautigirl!
i’m amazed at how quizzes in facebook are gaining popularity these days.
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great blog!.. i really like the quizzes on Facebook too!
We’re still trying to work out exactly how to use Facebook in our marketing strategy….quizzes of course provide free advertising which we like. Thanks for helping to set an actual working example!
thank i love this facebook quizzess gave me Total Diva. thanks:D